TM710e - Insatech · 2011-04-25 · Advanced Applications Engineering TM710e Installation...
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Tobacco Moisture
Temperature
Nicotine
Sugars
The Measure of Quality™
TM710e Installation Guidelines
TM710e
The Strategic Impact of Accurate Moisture Control In the quest for optimal process efficiency and product quality, the implementation of accurate, real-time, on-line moisture measurement and control is of strategic importance to the Primary Process.
Today’s making machines achieve ever higher outputs, with the result that controlling blend moisture in order to ensure fastest cigarette making speeds and target in-pack moisture content, has become a critical endeavour.
Process Challenges With its wide moisture range and multiple measurement points, the process demands an instrument that requires the minimum of adjustment, that can be applied in any location.
The Need for Measurement
Accurate Moisture Control is required to optimize process capability in leaf and primary processing...
NDC & the Tobacco Industry
NDC Infrared Engineering has over 40 years experience in the design and manufacture of on-line instruments specifically for the tobacco industry.
Our engineering, development and manufacturing teams benefit from in-depth knowledge of the natural physical and chemical attributes of tobacco, the measurement and control requirements in the process, as well as the industry’s analytical methods used in quality assurance systems. Their ability to create accurate, stable measurements that can be trusted for process control is unmatched.
In addition, our commercial team has forged strong relationships with key players in the industry - both producers and equipment manufacturers - and it is this combined technical and commercial knowledge that has enabled us to develop the TM710e - the 8th generation instrument, dedicated to the on-line measurement needs in primary and GLT processing.
Our direct operations in Europe, China, Japan, Brazil and the USA, and fully trained distributors in over 60 countries, ensure that the industry can rely on NDC, not just for instrument performance, but for first-class local support, too.
INDUSTry DrIvErS
Blend Uniformity and Consistency
Product Quality and Process
Efficiency
Legislative Issues
Introduction of GMP
Customer retention
The instrument also needs to be able to handle process variables (such as product height variation), environmental variables (such as ambient lighting effects, relative humidity or tempera-ture) and tobacco product variables (such as naturally varying characteristics of the leaf blend).
In summary, the instrument must reliably ensure that changes in the moisture measurement output are due only to changes in the tobacco moisture.
The NDC TM710e Tobacco Gauge delivers measurable improvement in dynamic performance. The use of an increased number of wavelengths in the TM710e’s innovative Dynamic Scatter Correction Algorithm further reduces the influences of variations between blends and between grades. This in turn reduces demonstrably the calibration requirement.
TM710e’s state-of-the-art measurement capability, supported by intuitive oper-ator and supervisory interfaces, enables the user to obtain the fastest return on investment.
TM710e MEASUrEMENTS
Moisture: 0% to 60%
Nicotine: 0% to 6%
Sugars: 0% to 30%
Temperature: 0 to 120 Deg. C
The TM710e Tobacco Gauge
TM710e, the Ethernet-Enabled NIr On-Line Gauge, combines the proven TM710 light engine with high-speed digital processing and Ethernet connectivity. This powerful combination produces the highly accurate, robust real-time measure-ments essential for use in closed-loop control, yet offers full flexibility and simplicity of installation and operation.
Designed specifically for process control and using industry-standard Ethernet communication hardware such as hubs, cables, repeaters and routers, the modular TM710e system offers low installation costs, low maintenance overhead and the lowest cost of ownership.
Key components of the TM710e Gauging System are the Gauge itself, the Operator Workstation (OWS) and the Human Machine Interface (HMI), offering choice of configuration for a wide variety of system structures.
The OWS enables local interaction with an individual gauge, while the HMI provides supervisory access to up to 16 networked TM710e gauges. Both units feature high definition multi-lingual colour touch screen displays. A multi-way Hub with advanced switching technology, enables convenient networked con-figurations. Digital inputs and out-puts and scaleable analogue outputs are available to provide additional connectivity via the HMI or the versatile UserPort communications terminal.
Precision Optics, High Speed Digital Processing and Ethernet Connectivity deliver a winning combination of measurement performance and stability...
TM710e ADvANTAGES
Industry-best Performance
Lowest Cost of Ownership
Fastest return on Investment
Most trusted for Process Control
KEy GAUGE FEATUrES
Non-contacting, proven NIr
(Near Infrared) Measurement
Technology with superb Long-
term Stability
Ethernet Enabled, featuring
Automatic Device Discovery
SpeedCal™ Pre-Calibrated and
Linear over the full Tobacco
Measurement ranges
MTBF of better than 10 years Multi-lingual Interfaces
Powered from the gauge or local
24DC supply
Ethernet Enabled, featuring
Automatic Device Discovery
Wall or Panel Mount
Sealed to IP65 (optional IP67)
KEy DEvICE FEATUrES
Ethernet Communications and the option to extend to Ethernet IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP, Profibus DP, DeviceNet or CANbus, together with Automatic Device Discovery, ensure that the system can be readily integrated into existing factory networks and management information systems.
For simplicty and convenience, all TM710e components run on 24v DC, either from an on-site supply or from an in-line 24V universal power supply.
OWS
14.85
OWS
22.92
OWS
11.63
OWS
12.45
Hub
TM710e
TM710e
TM710e
TM710e
Engineered for the Process Engineered for the Process
TM710e: Supplied Pre-calibrated and ready to Install, configured for the specific needs of your process...
The Science behind the TM710e The TM710e works on the principal
that tobacco constituents, such as
water, sugars or nicotine, absorb NIr
(Near Infra-red) Light at specific
wavelengths. When tobacco is
exposed to this NIr light, it absorbs
an amount which is related to the
level of constituent present, and
reflects the rest.
The TM710e generates and emits
these specific wavelengths by using
rotating optical filters to transform
the energy from a QH lamp into
sequential pulses of NIr light at the
desired wavelengths.
It then captures the reflected NIr
light, using a special multi-segment
mirror to focus it onto a light-
sensitive detector. Before leaving the
gauge, a beam-splitter diverts a
portion of the beam to the secondary
detector, to form the reference signal
against which the reflected light will
be compared.
The TM710e processes the detector
signals through its “DSC” algorithm
to generate a linear output propor-
tional to the detected amount of
measured constituent. The TM710e’s
patented optics reject ambient light,
rH & temperature influences to
generate a highly stable measure-
ment, irrespective of product height
fluctuation.
Home Page Gauge OK
WO405037-1
12.78Moisture
WO405037-1
32.43Temperature
WO405037-4
9.25Moisture
WO405037-2
19.63Moisture
OWS User Port HMI
OUTSTANDING FLExIBILITy WITH ECONOMy OF HArDWArE
Air Purge Window Shield
Operator Workstation
User Port Hub Human Machine interface
Ethernet Connections
Home Page Gauge OK
WO405037-1
12.78Moisture
WO405037-1
32.43Temperature
WO405037-4
9.25Moisture
WO405037-2
19.63Moisture
HMI
Operator Workstation[OWS]
Human Machine Interface
Network Hub
FactoryNetwork
See overleaf for installation guidelines. For additional technical information about the TM710e, please also consult the following:“TM710e Technical Specification”, “TM710e Configuration Examples”and also: “Series 710e Configuration and Connectivity Guide”, “Series 710e Gauge Overview”
The NDC TM710e recommended Gauge Configuration
comprising: TM710e Gauge with Air Purge Window Shield and
Operator Workstation
The recommended
TM710e Gauge
Configuration:
designed to provide
operator access
to all key process
information and
relevant functions
via the OWS
24V DC
24V DC
24V DC
24V DC
24V DC
Hub
Example of Multi-Gauge Installation
Advanced Applications Engineering
NDC Applications Engineering combines in-depth process understanding withrobust Near Infrared (NIR) technology to generate a solution which specifically meets the tobacco industry’s on-line measurement needs...
Process Moisture Nicotine Sugars
Whole Leaf or Strips 10 – 30% 1 – 5.5% 0 – 30% in the GLT or Primary Blended Strips (Lamina) 18 – 30%
re-dried Cut Lamina 10 – 20% 1 – 3.5% 10 – 20%
Final Blend 12 – 16% 0.5 – 3% 10 – 20% WTS Water Treated Stem 30 – 50% CrS Cut rolled Stem 20 – 30 %
re-dried Stem 0 – 20% 0.2 –1.5% 8 – 30%
Expanded Tobacco 0 – 3%, 7 – 15% 0.5 – 2.5% 0 – 16%
roll-your-Own Tobacco 12 – 20%
Shorts 10 – 15%
Pipe Tobacco 12 – 25%
Cigar Filler 10 – 25%
Tobacco Temperature 0 – 120 Deg. C
The measurement ranges in this table are indicative of typical measurement ranges over which we measure using the TM710e . Please consult NDC with your specific needs.
The Measure of Quality™
Best Practice Support NDC’s global Customer Care network offers local solutions to ensure you derive full benefit from your investment over its lifetime.
As your company, products and processes develop to meet market demands, NDC’s Customer Care Team offers a range of support products and services to help maintain Best Practice...
TM710e TOBACCO INDUSTry APPLICATION ExAMPLES
www.ndctobacco.com
Advanced Applications Engineering TM710e Installation Guidelines
NDC Infrared Engineering Ltd
Bates Road, Maldon
Essex, CM9 5FA
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 1621 852244
Fax: +44 1621 856180
Email: [email protected]
NDC Infrared Engineering Inc
5314 North Irwindale Avenue
Irwindale, CA 91706
United States of America
Tel: +1 626 960 3300
Fax: +1 626 939 3870
Email: [email protected]
NDC China
Tel: +86 20 8666 2790
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NDC Germany
Tel: +49 1801 977112
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NDC India Email: [email protected]
Tel: +91 20 2543 5768
NDC France
Tel: N° Azur: 0810 600 400
(prix d’un appel local)
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NDC Japan
Tel: +81 3 3255 8157
Email: [email protected]
NDC Infrared Engineering is
represented in over 60
countries worldwide
www.ndcinfrared.comISO9001:2000
In line with its policy of continuous improvement NDC Infrared Engineering reserves the right to revise published specifications and details of this equipment without prior notice. 00/14221-01 Iss 3 01/09
InstallationThe TM710e should be attached to a sturdy support and suspended over
the conveyor or process line at a distance from the mean product height
to the TM710e measurement window of 250mm, ±100mm. The optics
are designed to accommodate product height fluctuations of ±100mm,
without affecting the measurement. The Operator Workstation should be
installed close to the gauge in an accessible position where the display is
clearly visible.
Ambient ConditionsThe tobacco processing environment can be dusty and steamy. NDC
supplies an Air Purge Window Shield, which is connected to a clean air
supply to create a positive air pressure in front of the measurement win-
dow, to prevent dust or steam deposits. Ambient lighting will not affect
the TM710e. The TM710e is sealed to IP65 standards and can operate
in ambient temperatures between 0 and 50OC without cooling. IP67 and
ATEX certified housings are available for aggressive or hazardous areas.
The OWS is sealed to IP65 and is suitable for ambient temperatures
between 0 and 50OC
CablingAs standard, NDC provides a 10m power cable and 10 m connecting
cable to the Operator Workstation. For more details on cable lengths,
consult the “Series 710e Gauge Overview” and also the “Series 710e
Configuration and Connectivity Guide”.
ConnectivityThe gauge measurement output is available in digital and analogue
forms. The response time (measurement integration period) is user adjust-
able from 0.2 to 1000 seconds, typically set between 0.5 and 10 seconds,
to provide a measurement output to the PLC or process control system.
CalibrationThe TM710e is delivered with NDC’s “SpeedCal” pre-calibration ready
for use for the specified measurement(s) and range(s) shown in the
Applications Chart. On installation it is simply adjusted to agree with the
local reference method. The GaugeToolsxL software provided simplifies
this process by enabling comparison of TM710e values (collected on-line
using the SAMPLE function on the OWS) with laboratory results.
SupportPlease consult your local representative or consult NDC’s Customer Care and Applications Technical Support Teams (see website for details)
GaugeToolsxL™ SOFTWArE
Gauge Set-up and Calibration
Product Management (Product Settings)
Displays of Measurement and other Key Parameters
Data Logging and Data Trending
Diagnostic Functions
TM710e
OWS
14.85
Operator Workstation
Support Arm
Conveyor
To HMI or Network< 70m*
24V Power
< 20m< 10m
TM710e recommended Configuration
Distance from Gauge
to Product Surface:
250mm ±100 60mm Ø
Measurement Area